CULINARY SOS / ROSE DOSTI

Sophisticated Cream

DEAR SOS: In many restaurants a sauce, almost like a thin whipped cream, is served as a "liner" for cakes and puddings. What is the name of the sauce and can you get the recipe?

ABBIE JAYE

Sherman Oaks

DEAR ABBIE: The sauce is called creme anglaise and often accompanies puddings, cakes and fruit desserts. It can be prepared ahead and stored in a tightly covered jar in the refrigerator up to two days. Sometimes gelatin is added to keep the consistency thick, but we prefer this version without gelatin.

DEAR SOS: When the cafeteria line at the Getty Center gets too long, the staff hands out large Rice Krispies treats to the patrons. They are the best I've ever had and tasted a little different somehow than the cereal box recipe. Can you find the secret?